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D.C. Police Chief Resigns Amid Crime Stats Investigation

12/22/2025

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D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith resigns amid a federal investigation into allegations of manipulated crime statistics.
Smith denies wrongdoing.
Mayor Muriel Bowser defends Smith, saying the report is biased and independent data show a decrease in violent crime.
Jeffery Carroll will serve as interim chief.
Smith's last day is December 31, 2025, and the controversy remains unresolved.

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Story summary

D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith resigns amid a federal investigation into allegations of manipulated crime statistics.
Smith denies wrongdoing.
Mayor Muriel Bowser defends Smith, saying the report is biased and independent data show a decrease in violent crime.
Jeffery Carroll will serve as interim chief.
Smith's last day is December 31, 2025, and the controversy remains unresolved.